Prephysician Assistant

Advisors: Deborah G. Duke, Ed.D., Justin Bland, Ph.D., ACSM-EP

All physician assistant programs will award master’s degrees by the year 2021. Most students entering a physician assistant program have already completed a bachelor’s degree. Students may choose any major; but a strong science background is desired, including certain prerequisite courses. Although the courses listed below are a good basis for many physician assistant programs, students should research the schools to which they intend to apply to be sure they complete all requirements. The Physician Assistant Education Association maintains a Web site at www.paeaonline.org which includes links to all accredited physician assistant programs. Prephysician assistant students are encouraged to work closely with a prephysician assistant advisor as they plan their coursework and related activities in preparation for professional school.

Harding University’s Physician Assistant Program is a master’s-level program and requires a bachelor’s degree for admission. Additional information regarding Harding’s program can be found at www.harding.edu/paprogram.